Our Field Trip to Grow Benzie
Posted by John Ester
on Nov 13, 2012
Board President Diane Wilbur gave us a PowerPoint presentation at Grow Benzie.
Founded four years ago as a charitable non-profit organization, Grow Benzie occupies 3.7 acres along M-115 between Beulah and Frankfort. We met in "Big Blue," the largest of Grow Benzie's buildings. The group also has three operable greenhouses, community garden plots for 28 residents and a seasonal farmer's market on Mondays. Grow Benzie's goals include developing job skills and self-reliance programs, creating business development programs, and educating children and adults on nutrition.
After the presentation several members purchased Christmas bags and other items. This was followed by a tour of the Grow Benzie facilities, including its certified kitchen.